Subject to the reasons set out below, the costs of approved research work that exceed the SNSF grant shall be borne by the grantees.

In response to a written request stating reasons, the SNSF may reimburse additional expenses as additional personnel costs if they are the result of mandatory increases in the employer's social security contributions or an increase in the minimum of the salary range defined by the SNSF.

Additional personnel costs are only reimbursed if they cannot be covered from other sources or by reducing expenditure. The relevant amount is credited after receipt and examination of the final financial report. Deficits of less than CHF 50 are not covered.

If the SNSF has approved a cost-neutral extension, no additional personnel costs will be reimbursed.